The Future of Cyber Attacks

Cinch I.T. - The Future of Cyber Attacks
This article originally appeared in part of Panther’s new Future of Cyber Attacks Series, which features interviews with cyber security experts, thought leaders, and practitioners with a goal of better understanding what organizations can do to prepare themselves for the future of cyberattacks. Click here to read the original. The following is an interview with
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How CMMC 2.0 Impacts Managed Service Providers & Small Businesses

How CMMC 2.0 Impacts Managed Service Providers & Small Businesses - managed service providers, CMMC 2.0, cmmc compliance, business I.T. support, managed I.T., computer support
I.T. managed service providers (MSPs) are continuously looking for innovative ways of protecting small and medium-sized enterprises. The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has released a new version of their Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) to protect against ransomware attacks, malware, and data leaks. CMMC version 2.0 is a solid framework designed to defend businesses
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Top 5 Antivirus Programs to Keep Your Computer Safe

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Anyone who uses a computer needs to have antivirus programs. Even the safest computer users can accidentally let in threats, so having computer protection is a must. But finding the right program for your needs can be a minefield. You probably know the big names, but are they always the best? Not necessarily. If you’re
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President Biden Signs School Cybersecurity Act Into Law

Biden Signs School Cybersecurity Act Into Law
This article was written by Jonathan Greig and originally appeared on ZDNet on 10/12/21: https://www.zdnet.com/google-amp/article/biden-signs-school-cybersecurity-act-into-law/ The K-12 Cybersecurity Act directs CISA to study cybersecurity risks related to schools and develop recommendations as well as toolkits to help educators. Cybersecurity experts hailed the K-12 Cybersecurity Act this week after US President Joe Biden signed it into law on
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Protecting SMBs from Current Cybersecurity Threats

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A Few Small Practices Can Have a Large Impact on Your Cybersecurity By Mike Mosher, Director of Technology, Cinch I.T.  If you own a small or medium-sized business, you are a target of most cybersecurity attacks. It can happen to you, it does happen to your peers, and more than half of all SMBs that
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Is Cloud Computing Risky?

Riskc of cloud computing can be mitigated with the expertise of Cinch I.T's support staff located in Framingham, MA; Marlborough, MA; Newton, MA; Taunton, MA; Woburn, MA; Worcester, MA; Troy, MI; Vinings, GA
To understand the risks of cloud computing, you must first understand what cloud computing is. Cloud computing delivers various services via the internet, including data storage, database and software updates, application control, and networking. This type of service requires access to the web and an internet connection to operate the programs. Cloud access renders swift
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“PrintNightmare” – An Urgent Security Warning for Microsoft Users

PrintNightmare - Urgent Security Warning for Windows Users
Is your computer safe from the PrintNightmare security flaw? Microsoft is urging Windows users to immediately install an update after security researchers found a serious vulnerability in the operating system. The Security Flaw The security flaw, known as PrintNightmare, affects the Windows Print Spooler service. Researchers at cybersecurity company Sangfor accidentally published a how-to guide
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4 Reasons You Should NOT Partner With Cinch I.T.

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Can you believe that not everyone loves Cinch I.T. and that some business should NOT work with us? If you’re on the fence about partnering with Cinch I.T. as your next managed services provider (MSP), we created this rundown with all the reasons you shouldn’t take advantage of Cinch I.T.’s services.   1) OBVIOUSLY, AT
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5 Cybersecurity Tips To Protect Your Business

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Let’s face it: no one likes to think about cybersecurity flaws in their business, much less plan for them. But since businesses all over the country are gearing up for long-term remote work, we want to give you a brush-up on some simple things you can (and should!) be doing to protect your business.  
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Network Security: How to Protect Your Passwords

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You can have all the locks on your data center and all the network security available, but nothing will keep your data safe if your employees are sloppy with passwords. There are many ways data can fall prey to a breach. For example, opening a malicious email link is one of the most common sources
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